Great Plains SLD600 Operator Manual

Operator Manual

Simba SLD420 / SLD460 / SLD540 / SLD600

Great Plains

Manufacturing, Inc.

www.greatplainsmfg.com

Read the operators manual entirely. When you see this symbol, the subsequent instructions and warnings are serious - follow without exception. Your life and the lives of others depend on it!

Illustrations may show optional equipment not supplied with standard unit.

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Great Plains.

Declaration of Conformity

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Simba International Limited hereby declare that the Great Plains Simba SLD, as defined by the Serial Number attached to the Machine Chassis, conforms with the following Directives and Regulations, and has been certified accordingly.

EC Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC.

The Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008.

The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998.

Specifically related harmonised standards are:

EN ISO 12100-1: 2003 (Safety of Machinery).

EN ISO 12100-2: 2003 (Safety of Machinery).

EN ISO 4254-1: 2009 (Agricultural machinery - Safety - General Requirements).

THE MANUFACTURER:

Simba International Limited

Woodbridge Road

SLEAFORD

Lincolnshire

NG34 7EW

England

Telephone (+44) (0)1529 304654.

CERTIFIED ON BEHALF OF SIMBA INTERNATIONAL LIMITED:

Colin Adams

Managing Director

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Warranty

WARRANTY

TERMSAND CONDITIONS

In this warranty Simba International Ltd., is referred to as “the Company”.

1.Subject to the provisions of this warranty the Company warrants each new machine sold by it to be sold free from any defect in material or workmanship for a period of 12 months from date of installation with the end-user.

Some specific items have additional warranty over and above the standard 12 months. Details of these can be obtained upon request directly from the distributor or Simba International Ltd.

2.If the machine or part thereof supplied by the Company is not in accordance with the warranty given in clause 1 the Company will at its option:

(a)make good the machine or part thereof at the Company’s expense, or

(b)make an allowance to the purchaser against the purchase price of the machine or part thereof, or

(c)accept the return of the machine and at the buyers option either:

I)repay or allow the buyer the invoice price of the machine or part thereof, or

II)replace the machine or part thereof as is reasonably practical.

3.This warranty shall not oblige the Company to make any payment in respect of loss of profit or other consequential loss or contingent liability of the Purchaser alleged to arise from any defect in the machine or impose any liability on the Company other than that contained in clause 2.

4.Any claim under this warranty must be notified to the Company in writing specifying the matters complained of within 14 days from the date of repair.

5.Any claim under this warranty must be made by the original purchaser of the machine and is not assignable to any third party.

6.If the purchaser hires out the machine to any third party the warranty shall apply only to matters notified to the Company in writing within 90 days of the date of delivery and clause 1 shall be read as if the period of 90 days were substituted for the period of 12 months.

7.The warranty will cease to apply if:

(a)any parts not made, supplied or approved in writing by the Company are fitted to the machine or

(b)any repair is carried out to the machine other than by or with the express written approval of the Company or

(c)any alterations not expressly authorized by the Company in writing are made to the machine or

(d)the machine is damaged by accident or

(e)the machine is abused or overloaded or used for a purpose or load beyond its design capabilities, or used in conjunction with a tractor whose power output capability exceeds the stated implement power requirement by more than 40%. For the purpose of these terms and conditions, “stated implement power requirement” refers to wheeled tractors unless specifically stated. These power requirements should be reduced by 20% when used in conjunction with tracked tractors.

(f)the machine is operated as part of a ‘cultivation train’ where more than one implement is being towed, without the express written approval of Simba International Ltd.

(g)any maintenance is not carried out in accordance with the service schedules in the operator’s manual.

(h)the Installation and Warranty Registration Certificate is not received by Simba International Ltd., Service Dept., Woodbridge Road, Sleaford, Lincolnshire, England, NG34 7EW, within 7 days of installing a new machine.

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Machine Identification

Machine Identification

Enter the relevant data in the following list upon acceptance of the machine:

Serial Number

Type of Machine

Machine Width

Year of Construction

Delivery Date

First Operation

Accessories

Dealer Address: Name: _________________________________________

Street: _________________________________________

Place: _________________________________________

Tel.: _________________________________________

Dealer’s Customer No.: _______________________________

Great Plains Address:

Great Plains Simba

Woodbridge Road Ind. Est.

Sleaford

Lincolnshire

NG34 7EW

Tel.:	[phone]
Fax:	[phone]
E-Mail:	[e-mail]

Great Plains Customer No.: ____________________________

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Contents
	Contents
Introduction.......................................................................................................................		8
Foreword...........................................................................................................................		8
Warranty Guidelines..........................................................................................................		8
1.	Safety Data........................................................................................	9
1.1	Safety Symbols.......................................................................................................	9
1.2	Use for the Intended Purpose ..............................................................................	11
1.3	Operational Safety................................................................................................	11
1.4	No Liability for Consequential Damage.................................................................	11
1.5	Road Traffic Safety................................................................................................	12
1.6	Accident Prevention..............................................................................................	12
1.6.1	Hitching-up the machine.......................................................................................	12
1.6.2	On the Hydraulic System......................................................................................	12
1.6.3	Changing Equipment.............................................................................................	13
1.6.4	During Operation...................................................................................................	13
1.7	Servicing & Maintenance......................................................................................	13
1.8	Operating Areas....................................................................................................	14
1.9	Authorised Operators............................................................................................	14
1.10	Protective Equipment............................................................................................	14
2.	Transportation and Installation......................................................	15
2.1	Delivery.................................................................................................................	15
2.2	Transportation.......................................................................................................	15
2.3	Installation.............................................................................................................	15
2.4	Hitching Up............................................................................................................	16
2.4.1	Hitching up a Tractor to the Simba SLD / Preparing for Transport........................	16
2.5	Air Brake Coupling Procedure...............................................................................	16
2.5.1	When Coupling .....................................................................................................	16
2.5.2	When De-coupling.................................................................................................	17
2.6	Folding and Unfolding...........................................................................................	17
2.6.1	Unfolding into the Work Position...........................................................................	17
2.6.2	Folding into the Transport Position........................................................................	17
2.7	When driving on the road......................................................................................	18
2.8	Parking the machine.............................................................................................	18
3.	Technical Data Simba SLD..............................................................	19

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		Contents
4.	Adjustment/Operation.....................................................................	20
4.1	Description............................................................................................................	20
4.2	Disc Units..............................................................................................................	21
4.4	Pro-Lift Tines.........................................................................................................	22
4.5	Pro-Lift Wings........................................................................................................	23
4.6	Double Disc Roller................................................................................................	23
4.7	Work Settings........................................................................................................	24
4.8	Starting Settings....................................................................................................	24
4.9	Using Shims..........................................................................................................	26
4.10	Depth Control........................................................................................................	27
4.11	Work Instructions...................................................................................................	27
4.12	Parking the machine.............................................................................................	27
4.13	Checks..................................................................................................................	28
5.	Servicing and Maintenance............................................................	29
5.1	Servicing...............................................................................................................	29
5.2	Cleaning................................................................................................................	29
5.3	Disc Hub Maintenance .........................................................................................	29
5.3.1	Tightening Disc Hubs............................................................................................	29
5.3.2	Bearing Seals........................................................................................................	30
5.4	Brakes & Wheel Hubs...........................................................................................	30
5.5	Tines......................................................................................................................	30
5.6	Double Disc Axles.................................................................................................	31
5.7	Wing Pitch.............................................................................................................	31
5.8	Hydraulics.............................................................................................................	31
5.9	Pro-Lift Trip Reset Tine Hydraulics........................................................................	32
5.10	Preparation for Storage.........................................................................................	33
5.11	Operator Support..................................................................................................	33
5.12	Maintenance Intervals...........................................................................................	33
5.13	Maintenance Overview..........................................................................................	34
5.14	Lubricating the Machine........................................................................................	36
5.15	Handling of Lubricants..........................................................................................	36
5.16	Lubricants & Hydraulic Oil....................................................................................	37
6.	Faults and Remedies.......................................................................	38

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Introduction

Introduction

Foreword

Make sure you have read and follow the

OperatingInstructionscarefullybeforeusing the machine. By doing so, you will avoid accidents,reducerepaircostsanddowntime and increase the reliability and service life of your machine. Pay attention to the safety instructions!

GreatPlainswillnotacceptanyresponsibility

for any damage or malfunctions resulting

from failure to comply with the Operating

Instructions.

These Operating Instructions will assist you in getting to know your machine and in using it correctly for its intended purposes. First, you are given general instructions in handling the machine. This is followed by sections on servicing, maintenance and the action to be taken should a malfunction occur.

These operating instructions are to be read and followed by all persons working on or with the machine, e.g.:

We reserve the right to alter illustrations as well as technical data and weights contained in these

OperatingInstructionsforthepurpose of improving the machine.

Warranty Guidelines

The period of liability for material defects (warranty) relating to our products is 12 months. Inthecaseofwrittendeviationsfrom the statutory provisions, these agreements shall apply.

Theyshallbecomeeffectiveuponinstallation of the machine with the end customer. All wear parts are excluded from the warranty.

All warranty claims must be submitted to Great Plains via your dealer.

•Operation (including preparation, remedying of faults in the operating sequence and servicing).

•Maintenance (maintenance and inspection)

•Transportation.

TogetherwiththeOperatingInstructions,you receive a Spare Parts List and a Machine Registration form. Field service technicians will instruct you in the operation and servicingofyourmachine.Followingthis,the

Machine Registration form is to be returned to your dealer. This confirms your formal acceptance of the machine. The warranty period begins on the date of delivery.

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1. Safety Data

1. Safety Data

The following warnings and safety instructionsapplytoallsectionsoftheseOperating

Instructions.

1.1 Safety Symbols

On the machine

Parts may fly off during operation. Keep a safe distance away from the machine!

Read and observe the

Operating Instructions before starting up the machine!

Keep clear of the working range of foldable machine components!

Watch out for escaping		Nopassengersareallowed
pressurised fluids! Follow		on the machine!
the instructions in the
Operating Instructions!

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Never reach into areas where there is a danger of being crushed by moving parts!

Never reach into any revolving parts!

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1. Safety Data

Refer to Operating Instructions before attempting maintenance.

Operating Instructions:

The Operating Instructions distinguish betweenthreedifferenttypesofwarningand safety instructions. The following graphic symbols are used:

Important!

Risk of injury!

Risk of fatal and serious injuries!

It is important that all the safety instructions contained in these Operating Instructions and all the warning signs on the machine are read carefully.

Ensure that the warning signs are legible. Replace any signs that are missing or damaged.

Theseinstructionsmustbefollowedinorder to prevent accidents. Inform other users of the warnings and safety instructions.

Do not carry out any operations which may affect safe use of the machine.

All references to left and right in this manual aremadefromtherearofthemachine,facing the direction of travel (unless otherwise stated).

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1. Safety Data

1.2 Use for the Intended Purpose

The Great Plains Simba SLD is built using thelatesttechnologyandinaccordancewith the relevant recognised safety regulations.

However, risks of injury for the operator or third parties and impairment of the machine orothertangibleassetscanariseduringuse.

The machine is only to be operated when in a technically perfect condition and for the intended purpose, taking into consideration safety and risks and following the Operating

Instructions. In particular, faults that can impairsafetyaretoberemediedimmediately.

Original parts and accessories from Great

Plains have been specially designed for this machine. Spare parts and accessories not supplied by us have not been tested or authorised. Installation or use of nonoriginal Great Plains products may have a detrimental effect on specific design featuresofthemachineandaffectthesafety of machine operators and the machine itself. Great Plains will accept no liability for damage resulting from the use of nonoriginal parts or accessories.

The Great Plains Simba SLD is designed solely as a cultivation implement. Use for any other purpose, e.g., as a means of transport, will be deemed to be improper use. Great Plains will accept no liability for damage resulting from improper use. The risk will be borne solely by the operator.

Use of the Simba SLD behind high power tractors (in excess of 40% above the maximum recommended) can lead to high loads and stresses which can cause long term structural damage to the chassis and key components. Such overloading can compromise safety and is to be avoided.

1.3 Operational Safety

The machine is to be put in operation only after instruction has been provided by an employee of the authorised dealer or an employee of Great Plains. The “Machine

Registration” form is to be completed and returned to your dealer.

All protective and safety equipment, such as removable protective equipment, must be in place and functioning reliably before the machine is put in use.

Check screws and bolts regularly for tightness and retighten if necessary.

In the event of malfunctions, stop and secure the machine immediately.

Ensurethatanyfaultsareremedied immediately.

1.4 No Liability for Consequential Damage

The Simba SLD has been manufactured by Great Plains with great care. However, problems may still occur when it is used for the intended purpose. These may include:

•Worn wearing parts.

•Damage caused by external factors.

•Incorrect driving speeds.

•Incorrect setting of the unit (incorrect attachment, non-adherence to the Setting instructions).

It is crucial to always check your machine before and during operation for correct operation and adequate application accuracy.

Compensationclaimsfordamagewhichhas not occurred to the machine is excluded. This includes any consequential damage resulting from incorrect operation.

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1. Safety Data

1.5 Road Traffic Safety

When driving on public roads, tracks and areas, itisimportanttoobservetherelevant road traffic laws as well as the specific regulations relating to this machine.

Beware of trapping hazards when manipulating moving parts (changing tine depth for example). Ensure any heavy components are fully supported when removing pins / bolts.

Pay attention to the permitted axle loads, tyre carrying capacity, and total weight in order to maintain adequate braking and steerability

(these figures are shown on the serial plate).

Passengers on the machine are strictly forbidden!

Max. road transport speed 16mph (25km/h).

1.6.1 Hitching-up the machine

There is a risk of injury when hitching/ unhitching the machine. Observe the following:

•Secure the machine against rolling.

•Take special care when reversing the tractor!

•There is a risk of being crushed between the machine and the tractor!

•Park the machine on firm, level ground.

1.6 Accident Prevention

In addition to the Operating Instructions, it is importanttoobservetheaccidentprevention regulations specified by agricultural trade associations.ItistheOperator’sresponsibility toensurethatallotherpersonsareexcluded fromthedangerzonessurroundingoronthe machine during its operation.

It is the Owner’s responsibility to ensure:

•the Operator is trained and competent to use the machine & tractor,

•the tractor is suitable for the machine

•adequate Risk and COSHH assessments have been undertaken regarding the machine’s use. Specifically, these include issues concerning contact with the soil, dust, crop residues, chemicals, lubricants and other compounds during operation or maintenance, and the possibility of stones being ejected at high speed during work.

1.6.2 On the Hydraulic System

Do not connect the hydraulic lines to the tractoruntilbothhydraulicsystems(machine and tractor) are depressurised.

Any hydraulic system containing an accumulator can remain under pressure permanently (even after following manual depressurisation procedures with atractor/implementcombination). It is therefore important to check all lines, pipes, and screw connections regularly for leaks and any recognisable external damage.

The hydraulic circuit contains specialised fittings which should not be tampered with under any circumstances. Do not attempt to modify hose routings or hose clamping arrangements, doing so my cause serious damage to the machine and/or injury.

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